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Elbow Flexion · Biceps

Standing Cable Biceps Curl

A elbow flexion exercise that works the biceps. Beginner level, using cable.

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Muscles worked

PrimaryBiceps

Biceps.

Setup and loading

Shoulder-width grip.

How to do the standing cable biceps curl step by step

  1. Stand facing the low pulley with a straight bar and palms up.
  2. Elbows tucked.
  3. Curl the bar up and lower under control.

Form cues

  • Constant tension
  • Torso still

Common mistakes

  • Leaning back
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Sets and reps for your goal

Hypertrophy

3 x 10-15 · rest 60 s

3-4 sets of 6-12 reps (up to 15-20 on isolation exercises) at 65-80% of your max. Rest 1 to 2 minutes.

Get close to failure (0-3 reps in reserve) and control the lowering for 2-3 seconds. Accumulate 10-20 sets per muscle per week.

A guide for healthy adults. Adjust the load to your level and see a professional if you have an injury.

Check your form

Film yourself from the side or ask someone to watch, then tick what you get right.

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